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Good morning

Happy Monday, members! I (Vella) hope you all had a fantastic weekend. Mine was certainly memorable, spent in the delightful company of the SDC team. We enjoyed fun team-building activities, laughter, and good food, which pumped us up for the week ahead! Now, who's ready for this week's first riddle?

A hill full, a hole full, yet you cannot catch a bowl full. What is it?

Submit your answers in our Riddle Masters thread here. If you get it correct, you’ll get a shout-out tomorrow.

News and Finance

Here's why experts are warning Aussies against rewards programs at Woolworths and other supermarkets.
They won’t tell you this, but there’s a way you can save on your health cover costs*.
Centrelink had an unexpected visitor recently, and you have to see it to believe it!
Member Kaye N. got a dodgy text from 'Telstra'. Did you? DELETE it now!
A new scam is sweeping one state and costing Aussies thousands of dollars! Be careful, members!
A sophisticated new scam is also on the rise, with one victim losing $80,000!
A pensioner’s life turned into a legal nightmare after a council claimed he can’t live on his OWN land!
Meanwhile, a 92-year-old man was left in an unstable condition because of a hazardous infrastracture.

Food and Lifestyle

Why are shoppers in uproar over this handwritten sign at Woolworths?
Did menopause kill your sex life? Unleash post-60 passion with these tips.
Go down memory lane with this $10 ‘retro’ Kmart buy!
Speaking of Kmart, discover the $12 kitchen gadget that's taking meal prep to the next level.
More games, news, and competition prizes. It's a win-win. Join SDC Rewards and upgrade your experience.
ALDI’s cult-favourite range is back with six new buys for under $16!
That’s not all! ALDI also brought back another beloved Special Buys range, with prices starting at $9.99!
Is aged care failing our seniors? Sign our petition now, and you could make a change!
This recipe shared by member @Babybird will take you to dessert heaven with every bite!

Entertainment

SDC Rewards members: Is member @Dennis in this photo? Spot him, and you could win $50! Everyone could also nab the chance to win a $100 voucher here.
This joke shared by @Observer is something we can all relate to. 😂
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Today’s bingo numbers

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Today's Trivia

What was the first restaurant chain to deliver to space?

Image Source: Unsplash

Macca’s

B	Hungry Jack’s

Pizza Hut

Domino’s

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

Aluminium Pots

Image Source: Lori Dickson/Facebook

Who here remembers using aluminium pots? Almost every home had a set back in the day, with different coloured lids neatly organised on a stand. Do you still have one of these?

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

Emma Sofa Bed @ Emma Sleep*

Comfort AND functionality in one*!

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Ajax Bathroom Cleaner $5.60 @ Woolworths

Banish bathroom grime instantly!

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Bamboo Storage Unit $12 @ Kmart

Say goodbye to clutter!

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Note: Deals are not sponsored unless stated. For more Deals, Discounts, and Bargains, click here.

Picture of the Day

27 May, 2024

Image Source: Member @J.A. HUNTER

A foggy morning at sunrise

This stunning photo from member @J.A. HUNTER blew us away. Waking up to the gentle embrace of a misty morning like this must feel amazing. We'd love to see your beautiful photos here, too!

Fun & Games

Want to try some other new and challenging games?
Head to our games forum here!

27 May

On this day in History

1851	The world’s first chess tournament was held in London.

1933	Walt Disney's Three Little Pigs was released.

1967	Australians voted for a referendum allowing the Commonwealth to make laws for Aboriginal people.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Laughter is the best medicine, and member @mOiOz is about to prescribe a healthy dose!

Today's trivia answer:

Pizza Hut was the first restaurant chain to deliver to space!

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